Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, August 17, 2021
Did you know that physically active people appear to have a 73 percent lower risk of developing glaucoma? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, people who engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity may be able to lower their risk of glaucoma significantly. Researchers reported a 73 percent decline in the risk of developing… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, August 12, 2021
Did you know that healthy eating habits may delay age-related macular degeneration? According to the National Institutes of Health, it takes an average of 66 days for a new behavior to become automatic. Healthy eating is not just good for your eye but your overall health, and to develop a healthy eating habit is always… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, August 3, 2021
The human eye is one crucial aspect that we should not take for granted. The miracle of seeing the beautiful world around you is the greatest gift we have as individuals. Did you know that the human eye can differentiate approximately 10 million different colors? The eye anatomy is very intricate and essential to understanding… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 26, 2021
Do you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts while sleeping. OSA symptoms include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, feeling sleepy during the day, and waking with a headache. Leaving this condition untreated may lead to serious health problems like stroke,… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 12, 2021
Having fun at the pool or exercising and doing water aerobics this summer can be a great way to cool off from the heat. Chlorine and Saline do a great job keeping the water clean, but it can also be hard on your eyes. Pools Are Tough On The Tear Film Chemicals in pool water… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 1, 2021
Summer has finally arrived, and the sun is brightly shining with warm temperatures. It is a perfect time to bring awareness and get sun-smart about UV Safety Awareness Month. Here are some Sun Smart UV Safety Tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology to prepare and protect your eyes: 47% of sunglasses wearers do not… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, June 10, 2021
What is A Detached Retina? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a detached retina is when the retina lifts away from the back of the eye, like wallpaper peeling off the wall. SYMPTOMS IN DETAIL When the retina is detached from the back wall of the eye, it is separated from its blood supply and no… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, June 2, 2021
Prevent Blindness has declared the month of June as Cataract Awareness Month. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, nearly 25.7 million Americans over 40 have cataracts, and the number will likely increase to 45.6 million by 2050. In support of Cataract Awareness Month, we offer a few tips for those diagnosed with cataracts as… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, May 26, 2021
Whether we are playing a sport, cleaning the house using chemical agents, or just opening a bottle of champagne to celebrate a special moment in life – every day, our eyes are exposed to many dangers. The curved shape of the eye protects the eye, and it can also be the target of trauma. All… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, May 18, 2021
Did you know that fireworks cause 2,000 eye injuries every year? According to a new study published in JAMA Ophthalmology, during the 19-year study period, fireworks caused more than 34,000 ocular injuries, and the most common injury was ocular burn. We are on the heels of the official summer celebrations approaching, with Memorial Day as the… Read More
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